Self-assembly of binary solutions to complex structures

Self-assembly in natural and synthetic molecular systems can create complex aggregates or materials whose properties functionalities rise from their internal structure arrangement. The key microscopic features that control such assemblies remain poorly understood, nevertheless. Using classical density functional theory, we demonstrate how the intrinsic length scales interplay terms of interspecies interactions be used to tune soft matter self-assembly. We apply our strategy two different binary mixtures guidelines for tuning intermolecular lead transitions a fully miscible, liquid-like uniform state formation simple core–shell mixed aggregate structures. Furthermore, system composition concentration gradients component species within these assemblies. insight generated by this work contributes toward understanding controlling multi-component self-assembly systems. Additionally, results aid biological function provide tools engineer order polymeric protein-based materials, pharmaceutical formulations, nanoparticle